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New Kind

With open minds, we’ll light up the way. Embracing the journey to make a paradigm shift.

In a world that’s changing, 

we’re breaking the outdated mold,

Finding new paths, 

stepping bold, taking a leap...

With every initiative, 

we’re redefining ourselves;

shaping the future, 

let our spirits rejuvenated.

A new kind of ingredient, 

a new kind of influence,

let's collaborate, 

build up powerful team.

With open minds, 

we’ll light up the way,

Embracing the journey to-

make a paradigm shift.

Through the shadows, 

we’ll find the light,

shaping our visions, 

ready to make achievement.

With every challenge, 

we’ll grow stronger,

In this new chapter, 

we’ll reshape a global world.

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Rather Than

In this journey of venture, I know unknown is part of the realm. In the moments of silence. I’ll listen to the nature sound, guiding me forward...

In a world full of choices to make,

We weigh our options,

 wondering what’s at stake there.

Do we follow the crowd? 

Or carve our own way forward?

Let’s choose the road,

less traveled before,

follow our gut with-

value as our guide pole...

Rather than fade into the gray,

we’ll blend the colors, 

fit our own theme;

Rather than doubt what I can do.

I’ll keep trying, 

set myself free.

When the voices around me try to-

push me down,

I’ll stand my ground, 

wear a frown.

With every step I take,

I’ll find my strength,

take my own rhyme.. 

In this journey of venture, 

I know,

unknown is part of the realm.

In the moments of silence, 

I’ll listen to the inner voice.

Guiding me forward, 

it’s just the start,

rather than end of the trying

So here’s to the choices,

that light up the night,

Rather than fear,

 I’ll ride the change tide...

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Unleash Potential

 Learning becomes a knowledge builder, and we can define learning through the information it absorbs and the capability it builds.

The development of talent potential typically follows a growth curve, reflecting the acquisition of skills and expertise over time. Learning occurs in iterative cycles where each pass through a subject area builds on prior knowledge, leading to a deeper understanding over time. 

Learning is tailored based on feedback and individual progress. The curve adjusts dynamically to the learner's needs and pace. 

Skill Acquisition: In many psychomotor tasks, speed and accuracy improve rapidly during initial practice stages, with the rate of gain decreasing as training progresses. These acquisition curves often demonstrate a law of diminishing returns as higher skill levels are reached. Progress is erratic, with periods of rapid improvement followed by plateaus or setbacks. Learning is influenced by various external factors.

Factors Influencing Talent Development: Several factors contribute to the development of talent potential: Training and Development. Investing in training and development ensures workers have the skills and abilities to perform effectively. Providing workers with decentralized decision-making authority and encouraging participation can foster a more flexible and innovative workforce. Combining improved skills with valued rewards and a role in problem-solving can increase effort, commitment, and motivation.

Being “global”: It involves a personal intention to focus on moving up to the global growth trajectory. There is the “growth pain,” and it takes practice to build a competitive team that is composed of self-motivated people who can adopt a personal drive to grow themselves professionally in changing contexts. Initial learning is slow, but gains accelerate significantly after a certain point. This often reflects mastery of complex skills or concepts.

Digital learning is multidimensional, dynamic, interactive, informal, and integrated. Learning occurs through the experience of failing, and don’t waste the valuable lessons from it. Learning becomes a knowledge builder, and we can define learning through the information it absorbs and the capability it builds.

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Rapid

With mind's wide open, we’ll take the chance. Together we’ll soar, in this paradigm shift.

Rapid like the river flows,

Through the valleys, 

where adventure grows.

With every moment, 

we’re alive,

Riding the waves, 

we’ll learn to thrive.

In a world that moves so promptly,

voice mixed with noise, loud enough;

Every frown, every sigh,

Feeling the rush 

with exponential growth of information.

Through the chaos, 

we’ll find our way,

Waking up at the night, 

the thoughts still flow up,

Rapid move, 

rapid growth,

With every step, 

we enter into future of world

In this fast lane, 

we’re climbing the hill.

Rapid like the river flows,

Through the valleys, 

where adventure grows.

With every moment, 

In the blink of an eye, 

life can change,

Embrace the journey, 

it’s never strange.

With passion flowing, 

we’ll break the mold,

In this rapid ride, 

our story unfolds.

So let’s run fast, 

let’s feel the breeze,

In this rapid change, 

we’ll find our ease.

With mind's wide open, 

we’ll take the chance,

Together we’ll soar,

 in this paradigm shift.

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BoD's Oversight of AI

By addressing these ethical considerations at the board level, AI can be developed and used in a way that benefits society while minimizing potential harms.

Corporate boards steer organizations in the right direction. AI, or artificial intelligence, refers to the ability of computers to perform tasks commonly associated with human intelligence, such as reasoning, learning, problem-solving, and language use.

 Despite significant advancements, AI has limitations. The development of AI presents both opportunities and challenges that organizations' boards must consider.

Advance the regulation of AI: Corporate Boards must recognize that AI technology is evolving faster than regulatory frameworks, making it difficult to establish uniform standards. Improper use of AI, especially by enterprises, could produce unwanted effects. Therefore, it is critical to advance the regulation of AI, balancing technological advancement with public safety, ethical use, and accountability.

Enterprises have a moral responsibility to use AI in a way that enhances rather than replaces their workforces. Strategies include developing complementary AI designs that augment human labor, deploying AI tools incrementally, and focusing on tasks too dangerous or impractical for humans.

Some experts believe that AI will augment and amplify human creativity and labor, leading to individual empowerment. Others view AI as a useful tool that complements human capabilities, freeing people to be more human. Organizations can leverage AI to address challenging problems and promote social good. Hyperscalers are integrating AI into their services, suggesting that companies leveraging AI may gain a competitive advantage.

Current Limitations of AI

Lack of Broad Flexibility: AI programs have not yet matched full human flexibility over wider domains or in tasks requiring much everyday knowledge[. This type of broad, human-like intelligence is referred to as artificial general intelligence (AGI) or strong AI, which remains out of reach[.

Absence of Adaptability: True intelligence includes the ability to adapt to new circumstances, which AI struggles with.

Ethical Concerns: AI systems can exhibit biases, reflect human biases, and may lead to unfair or discriminatory outcomes. There are also concerns about privacy, data security, and accountability when AI makes mistakes.

Bias Prevention: Regulations aim to reduce bias in AI algorithms by using diverse data and transparent algorithms to promote equitable outcomes.

Transparency and Accountability: Regulations seek to increase AI model transparency to ensure accountability when AI makes errors.

Environmental Impact: AI systems, particularly large language models (LLMs), require significant amounts of electricity, contributing to carbon emissions.

Copyright and Labor Issues: AI raises concerns about copyright infringement when using copyrighted works to generate content. Additionally, some AI companies rely on exploited workers from developing countries for tasks such as data sorting and content moderation.

Defining Intelligence: AI lacks a precise criterion for defining intelligence, making it difficult to objectively assess the success or failure of AI research programs. Using AI ethically involves addressing concerns such as bias, privacy, job displacement, and environmental impact. Here’s how AI can be used ethically:

Fairness and Bias Mitigation: Use diverse and representative training data to avoid perpetuating historical prejudices. Implement mathematical processes to detect and mitigate biases, and develop transparent and explainable algorithms. Regularly audit AI systems to monitor and reduce bias.

Data Privacy and Protection: Collect and process only the minimum necessary data, ensuring transparency and user consent. Encrypt data storage and transmission to protect against unauthorized access, and anonymize data whenever possible. Implement strict access controls and authentication mechanisms.

Career Enhancement and Economic Responsibility: Develop AI designs that augment human labor rather than replace it. Deploy AI tools incrementally and focus on tasks that are too dangerous or impractical for humans. Provide opportunities for retraining and upskilling employees to transition to new AI-based roles.

Environmental Sustainability: Design energy-efficient algorithms that use minimal computing power. Optimize and minimize data processing needs, and choose hardware with maximum power efficiency. Use data centers powered by renewable energy sources and assess the carbon footprint of AI models.

Accountability and Transparency: Follow ethical design principles that prioritize accountability and define the responsibilities of all stakeholders in an AI system. Ensure meaningful human oversight in AI system design.

Regulation and Standards: Support the development and enforcement of regulations that ensure data privacy, prevent bias, and promote equitable outcomes. Advocate for transparency in AI models.

Challenges and Concerns

-Stifling Innovation: Overly strict regulations may hinder AI development and adoption by slowing research and experimentation.

-Economic Burden: Compliance with AI regulations can impose significant costs on businesses, especially early-stage start-ups, creating a barrier to entry.

-Keeping Pace with Technology: The rapid evolution of AI technology often outpaces the ability of regulatory frameworks to adapt, making it difficult to establish up-to-date and relevant regulations.

 To survive the fierce competition and thrive with a long-term business advantage, high-performing boards can sense emergent opportunities and predict potential risks, oversee the business strategy effectively. By addressing these ethical considerations at the board level, AI can be developed and used in a way that benefits society while minimizing potential harms.

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Shake & Stir

In this journey, we’ll always explore the fresh insight through ups & downs, emotion intertwined.

In the morning light, 

we wake up early, 

before sunrise.

Pursue vision beneath the sky.

Got a spark, 

it’s in our sight,

Time to charge up, 

let’s play our parts.

Shake and stir, 

let the emotion flow,

Feel the beat, 

let the talent grow bigger

Twist and turn, 

let the music play,

Living life in our own way,

Leaving unique footprints.

With every step, 

we take the chance,

pursue our vision,

with strong discipline;

build high caliber teams,

Together we’ll shine, 

reach the next level of achievement...

When the world spins fast, 

we won’t fade away,

In the critical  moments,

memories are made.

So let’s gather round, 

share our vision,

In this mix of feelings, 

we’ll find our themes.

Shake and stir, 

let the ideas flow over.

Feel the beat, 

let our inner self grow.

Twist and turn, 

let the story unfold,

Shake and stir, 

let’s raise a cheer,

Together we’ll make progress,

 year after year.

In this journey, 

we’ll always explore,

capture the fresh insight,

through ups & downs, 

emotions intertwined.

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Illustrating Understanding

  These sayings demonstrate how simple lessons can offer deep insights and have a lasting impact on our mind shaping and behavior.

We keep learning, continue sharpening our mindsets and skillsets. The idea that the simplest lessons are often the most profound is a common theme across various disciplines, from philosophy to science to everyday life. Here are some examples that illustrate this concept:

Philosophy and Wisdom: "Know Thyself": This ancient Greek aphorism encourages self-awareness and introspection. Despite its simplicity, it holds profound implications for personal growth and understanding.

"This Too Shall Pass": This phrase reminds individuals that both good and bad times are temporary. It offers comfort during difficult times and encourages humility during success.

Science and Nature: Newton's Third Law: "For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction." This simple statement underpins much of classical mechanics and has profound implications for understanding motion and forces in the universe.

Everyday Life: "Treat Others as You Want to Be Treated": Known as the Golden Rule, this simple ethical guideline is found in many cultures and religions. It encapsulates the essence of empathy and respect in human interactions.

"Less is More": This principle, often applied in design and lifestyle, advocates for simplicity and minimalism. It highlights the value of focusing on essentials and eliminating excess.

Personal Development: "Be Present": The idea of mindfulness—focusing on the present moment—can significantly enhance well-being and reduce stress, despite its simplicity.

"Practice Makes Perfect": This straightforward lesson emphasizes the importance of persistence and effort in mastering skills, underscoring the value of dedication and hard work.

Understanding is not for its own sake, but to be more persuasive or influential, and make progressive changes. These sayings demonstrate how simple lessons can offer deep insights and have a lasting impact on our mind shaping and behavior.

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Strategic Planning

 By setting priorities, strategic planning implies that some organizational decisions and actions are more important than others.

Running a successful organization takes strong management discipline. Strategic planning is a disciplined process for making decisions and taking actions that define and direct an organization's purpose and activities, especially concerning the future. It is essential for organizational management and decision-making across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

Questioning: The strategic planning process involves a series of questions that help organizational leadership review past experiences, test assumptions, gather current information, and anticipate future conditions. By prioritizing, it emphasizes the importance of certain decisions and actions for achieving organizational effectiveness. A strategy typically spans several years and requires adjustments over time. The way a strategic plan is developed depends on the organization’s leadership, culture, complexity, environment, and size.

Resource: Strategic planning significantly impacts resource allocation by focusing resources on a limited number of objectives. This process helps organizations concentrate their efforts and ensures members work toward the same goals. By setting priorities, strategic planning implies that some organizational decisions and actions are more important than others, guiding the allocation of resources to key areas. It ensures the most effective use of an organization’s resources by focusing them on key priorities and communicating goals and objectives to the organization’s constituents. Resource allocation aims to maximize output from a given combination of resources.

Agility: Strategic planning should include a mechanism for informed change when needed, implying that reviews should occur regularly. Because organizations and environments can change over time, no single strategy is universally viable. Strategic management offers a means of systematically thinking about and reviewing an organization’s direction, environment, and strategies.

While the steps of strategic planning can vary depending on the organization's leadership, culture, complexity, environment, and size, the process generally involves:

-Defining organizational purpose: Clearly define the organization's mission and establish realistic goals and objectives that align with this mission.

-Assessing the current situation: Examine past experiences, test assumptions, and gather current information to understand the present environment. Tools like SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) can provide a comprehensive understanding of the competitive landscape.

-Setting priorities: Concentrate resources on a limited number of objectives.

-Communicating goals: Ensure that goals and objectives are communicated to the organization’s constituents.

-Measuring progress: Establish a base from which progress can be measured and create a mechanism for informed change when needed. To measure plan effectiveness, organizations must first define their purpose and establish realistic goals and objectives. Strategic planning offers a way of systematically thinking about and reviewing an organization’s direction, environment, and strategies.

Indicators used in assessing organizational effectiveness should be chosen from possible areas, and data should be gathered from possible sampling frames. By setting priorities, strategic planning implies that some organizational decisions and actions are more important than others.

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Agile Practices

Agile software development emphasizes rapid development and integrates the client as a key member of the team.

Software engineering uses engineering methods, processes, techniques, and measurements to build reliable software systems that satisfy the computing requirements of customers and users. 

The software engineering process consists of several phases, called a life cycle, generally consisting of requirements development, analysis and specification, design, construction, validation, deployment, operation, and maintenance. Agile and traditional software development differ in their approaches to project management and development. Traditional methods follow a sequential life cycle, while agile methods are iterative and flexible.

Key differences between Agile and Traditional Development:

-Development Speed Traditional development can be slow, while Agile uses rapid development.

Client Involvement Agile development includes the client as an active member of the team, whereas traditional methods may have less client involvement during the development.

-Flexibility Agile development is designed to adapt to changing needs, while traditional methods are less flexible once the project has started.

-Prototyping Agile development uses prototypes and iterative versions, while traditional methods follow a more linear path.

Maintenance: Agile development releases an initial version of the system to users and then subjects it to frequent modifications as needs arise. Traditional methods involve system maintenance to adjust to the organization’s changing needs, new equipment, and to correct design errors and software bugs as they are discovered.

Agile development offers several advantages:

-Responsiveness: Agile helps firms respond to emerging opportunities.

-Speed: Agile uses rapid application development (RAD) to build systems quickly.

-Adaptability: Agile development subjects an initial version of the system to frequent modifications as needs arise.

Agile software development emphasizes rapid development and integrates the client as a key member of the team. It's been successfully used to develop open-source software. The priority is to deliver functional software in short increments rather than a giant, monolithic product at the end. "Agile" that is standardized is not agile. Adding Systems Thinking to agile projects is always beneficial to improve agile maturity. 

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Push Boundaries

Push the boundary, in a connected world; bridge differences, amplify influences.

Step outside the lines we draw,

Break the chains of-

 conventional wisdom;

In the shadows, 

vision shines up,

Creating values, 

getting things moving forward...

Push the boundary, 

break the mold,

Inspirational initiative, 

be brave and bold.

No more limits, 

let’s explore,

In this journey, 

we’ll find more.

When the road gets tough, 

we won’t back down,

With our voices strong, 

we’ll spread up wisdom.

Whispers say, 

“Stay in your place.”

But we’ll rise, 

we’ll leave a trace.

With every challenge, 

we’ll stand tall,

Together,

we’ll rewrite the rules.

So take my hand, 

let’s cross the line,

In this moment, 

our spirits shine.

Push the boundary, 

in a connected world;

bridge differences,

Amplify influences.

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